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World Council of Churches Congratulates Lutheran World Federation on 60th Anniversary
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has offered a message of support to the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) as it celebrates its 60th anniversary.
Christian Aid's Decentralisation Programme Accelerates
Christian Aid has announced that compression software has enabled the organisation to accelerate its decentralisation programme and ensure its global operations are responsive to local needs in developing countries.
World Vision Urges G8 Countries to End Poverty and Aids
World Vision has urged leaders of G8 countries to take the next steps to meet their commitments to end extreme poverty and stop the devastation caused in the developing world by Aids.
Songs of Praise Faces Further Scrutiny
The Bishop of Lichfield has supported the BBC as it stands up to criticism for filming its Songs of Praise Easter special last November.
Bishop of Liverpool Compares Modern Day Racism to Slave Trade
As churches across Britain celebrated the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade, the Bishop of Liverpool told worshippers at Liverpool Cathedral that the horrific murder of black teenager Anthony Walker was caused by the same racism which led to slavery.
Disappointment as EU Forgets Christian Heritage
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev John Gladwin, has expressed his disappointment after celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the founding of the EU failed to include a reference to Europe's Christian heritage.
Bishop Defends Songs of Praise
The Bishop of Lichfield has defended the BBC's decision to film their Easter edition of Songs of Praise immediately after their Christmas edition last November.
Concerns Over Clergy Stress
A Church of England bishop has expressed his "very deep concern" about the physical and mental health of his clergy after figures were released showing nine clergy in his diocese were forced to resign on health grounds between 1999 and 2005.
Musicians and Pastors Explore Worship with Tim Hughes
Popular worship artist Tim Hughes recently has hosted a special 'Bring Your Pastor' event at Worship Central over the weekend.
Morale Among Sudan Aid Workers 'Fragile', says UN
The United Nation's incoming humanitarian head has warned of low morale among relief workers operating in the Darfur region of African Sudan.
Delirious? to Tour Canada Following US 'Worship Revolution'
British rockers Delirious?, who are currently headlining the Worship Revolution Tour in the US with Rebecca St James, have recently announced their plans to tour Canada.
World Vision Establishes Ongoing Dialogue with Sri Lankan Communities
The World Vision Humanitarian and Accountability Team (HAT) has been working to establish and maintain ongoing dialogue with communities in Sri Lanka to help them identify and find solutions to their development issues.
Bishop Defends Songs of Praise
The Bishop of Lichfield has defended the BBC's decision to film their Easter edition of Songs of Praise immediately after their Christmas edition last November.
Lutherans Stress Full Communion Over 'Lutheran-Centric' Body
Some 500 people from around the world have convened to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Lutheran World Federation on Sunday.
Roman Catholic Church Fights Abortion Bill in Mexico
The Vatican has commenced the Roman Catholic Church's campaign against the legalisation of abortion in Mexico.
Christians Mark Anniversary of Slave Trade Abolition
Christians up and down the country marked 200 years since the abolition of the slave trade over the weekend while highlighting the challenge to fight modern forms of slavery prevalent in the world today like child labour and human trafficking.